2006 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 2006 Buick Rainier
To start off, both 2006 Alfa Romeo 159 and 2006 Buick Rainier were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,194 cc, 2006 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Rainier (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2006 Alfa Romeo 159. (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2006 Alfa Romeo 159.
Because 2006 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Alfa Romeo 159. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rainier will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Buick Rainier (376 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Alfa Romeo 159. (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Alfa Romeo 159. 2006 Buick Rainier has automatic transmission and 2006 Alfa Romeo 159 has manual transmission. 2006 Alfa Romeo 159 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Buick Rainier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Alfa Romeo 159 | 2006 Buick Rainier | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Buick |
Model | 159 | Rainier |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1859 cc | 4194 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 376 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 83 L |